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Archive for October, 2007
Simplicity
Simplicity.
Do you find that word attractive or boring? Hmmm. It definitely conjures up some contradictory images…
You can think of a rustic life in the forest as simplicity; the nature of a young innocent bride. But if you’re seeing the glass as half-empty (like me), you’ll be asking what’s missing from these pictures.
For spiritual practitioners, simplicity is encouraged. But personally, I think simplicity has its place – in a much more complex picture. It’s part of a not-so-simple plan.
Simplicity can only be fulfilling if you’ve been through a process of deep introspection and exposure to bona fide teachings of Absolute Truth and come up with the most essential items you need to live a happy, satisfying life. If simplicity is something that arises in one by default or cheap imitation of the saintly, it indicates a serious condition known amongst the bourgeoisie as dim-wittedness.
Therefore, the powers of higher intellect and above-average understanding of the world are required to distinguish the simplistic from the simple. This distinction is most subtle, yet unbelievably profound – for it bequeaths upon the grave observer a true choice of character… to live by the opinion of masses, or to live by his own carefully formed principles.
Of course, there are others who don’t believe in simplicity at all, and opt for complexity. Everything they say requires circumstantial thought and explanation. But Einstein wouldn’t fall for that: “Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex… It takes a touch of genius – and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction.”
All glories to Srila Prabhupada, who gave us the distilled essence of the Vedas! Hear about Krsna, chant His glories, take prasada, dance, and be happy!
